Senior Field Superintendent – On-Site Construction Leader

CDM Smith; Lewiston (ME); On-site; USD 85,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

The Perry Group, Ltd., a CDM Smith company, is seeking a Site Superintendent to oversee field operations on client project sites across the United States. The initial project is in the northeast Ohio area, with travel to project locations as required.

You will manage safety, quality control, scheduling, drawing conformity, and client relations for assigned projects. The role requires coordinating with Project Construction Manager and other superintendents, preparing reports, and maintaining

Qualifications

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Advanced computation skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with engineering/construction tech.
• Advanced construction terminology knowledge.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specs.
• Intermediate PC skills.
• Identify problems, research, and recommend fixes.
• Knowledge of contract specs, quality plans, submittals.

Responsibilities

• Oversees subcontractors and construction to ensure safety, quality, and drawings intent.
• Ensures work aligns with project schedule; escalates delays to PM.
• Writes Daily and Quality Inspection Reports for project records.
• Takes progress photos and labels them for records.
• Prepares Monthly Progress Reports.
• Ensures contractors use latest design drawings.
• May assist PM and supervise key trades/subcontractors.
• Prepares contract extras and progress payments with PM.
• Communicates project issues clearly to management and clients.
• Maintains on-site records per document control standards.

Skills

Multitask management

Deadline driven

Verbal & written communication

Construction terminology

Reading construction drawings

Quality control

Schedule adherence

Problem solving

Independent decision making

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent + 9 years experience

Associate degree + 6 years experience

Bachelor’s degree + 3 years experience (Construction Mgmt/Engineering)

Job description

The Perry Group, Ltd., a CDM Smith company, is seeking a Site Superintendent to oversee field operations on client project sites across the United States. The initial project is in the northeast Ohio area, with travel to project locations as required.

You will manage safety, quality control, scheduling, drawing conformity, and client relations for assigned projects. The role requires coordinating with Project Construction Manager and other superintendents, preparing reports, and maintaining